RELIC OF THE STRAW OF THE HOLY NATIVITY SCENE OF JESUS CHRIST WITH DOCUMENT

Very rare bronze reliquary with a glass facade containing the first class relic of the straw from the Holy Crib of Jesus Christ.

The relic is fixed on a red silk background, it is identified in Latin on a handwritten label as: Fieno del Presepe (Hay of the Crib).

Good used condition with its original glass.

Not opened.

On the back of the reliquary, a seal of Italian red wax seals the integrity of the object. This seal bears the imprint of the coat of arms of Augustinus Ceccarelli , vicar general capitular, first notable dignity of the collegiate church of Sabina, Doctor of Law.

The reliquary is accompanied by an original authentic document issued by Augustinus Ceccarelli in 1864, certifying the authenticity of the relics contained inside.

The Collegiate Church of Sabina probably refers to a collegiate church located in the region of Sabina , a historical region of Italy, north of Rome. A collegiate church is a church run by a chapter of canons or a group of priests, called canons , who are dedicated to liturgical prayer and the spiritual management of the church. This type of church was often founded by lords or religious institutions to ensure regular prayer.

PERIOD : 1864
DIMENSIONS : 3.5 cm X 2.8 cm
SIZE : 1.4" X 1.1"

The relics of the straw of the Holy Crib are among the rarest and most sacred objects in Christianity. These pieces of straw, from the exact place where Jesus was born in Bethlehem, are venerated as direct witnesses to the incarnation of God in poverty. Their rarity makes them spiritual treasures of great value, as very few of these relics exist in the world. Each fragment is considered sacred, a tangible link to the mystery of Christ's birth. These relics are often kept in specially designed reliquaries to preserve their integrity, and their authenticity is scrupulously verified by the Church. They are a powerful reminder of the humility of God, who chose to be born in a stable. Their presence in churches attracts pilgrims, who come in search of spiritual blessings, drawn by the uniqueness and sacredness of these relics.